Attwood Recalls Kayak and Watersports Storage Hanger Due to Injury Hazard
CPSC recall 14259 · announced August 20, 2014 · Attwood Corporation Of Lowell, Mich · 10,000 units affected
The product
This recall involves kayak and watersports storage hangers sold as a pair of blue and black fabric straps that measure approximately 1 inch wide and 84 inches long when unbuckled. The straps include a plastic snap buckle to adjust the length and a plastic-coated steel S-hook attachment for hanging. Model number 11917-6 is located on the back of the retail package near the barcode.
The hazard
The length adjustment buckles release unexpectedly, causing the item being stored to fall and injure people nearby
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled storage hangers and return them to Attwood or the store where the item was purchased for a full refund or replacement. Remedy type: Replace Refund
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None reported
Sold at: Walmart, Mills Farm Fleet stores, marine dealers nationwide and online at Walmart.com from January 2014 to July 2014 for about $15.
Consumer contact: Contact Attwood Corporation toll-free at (844) 808-5704 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.attwoodmarine.com and click on the "Product Recall" tab under the Resources section at the bottom of the home page and select "Kayak and Watersports Storage Hanger Recall" for more information.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.